Job Detail
Job Description
Part-time and casual positions available
If you are a passionate, caring and qualified Endorsed Enrolled Nurse, we want to hear from you!
About Us
We are a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the lives of people in our region by providing innovative, individualised care that reflects Benalla’s community life and individual needs.
Cooinda was established in 1969 by a small group of community members and volunteers as a secure place where older people could live. Today Cooinda provides a home and award-winning excellence in person centred care for up to 82 older people in a state-of-the-art facility.
Cooinda also provides community care services including domestic assistance, personal care, home care packages and short-term restorative care along with 67 on-site, independent retirement living villas offering traditional and modern living.
Duties include:
• You will provide quality person-centred care, taking an active role in leading our Personal Care Attendants and getting to know our residents/clients and their families
• Ensure safe medication administration, best practice wound care and clinical support for our residents
• Actively engaging in handovers with the Clinical Care Team to ensure continuity of care across shifts
• Participate in person-centred care planning and evaluation for residents
• Adhering to all relevant legislative requirements and quality guidelines
Skills and Experience
• Diploma of Nursing (Endorsed)
• Current registration with AHPRA is essential
• Experience in delivering personal care within an aged care setting
• The ability to work as part of a tight knit team
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good clinical observation skills
• A strong understanding of Resident Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
We offer
• A values driven, organisational culture
• Excellent staff satisfaction
• Generous Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay.
Those eligible for salary packaging can increase their hourly rate in excess of $2.
– Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
– Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
Applications must include:
• A covering letter
• Resume